A trial, where people come to court, take an oath to tell the truth and testify about the charge
What is an Adjudication Hearing?
Term for child accused of illegal acts
Who is the Respondent?
This is the first part of the Adjudication Hearing (the State's Attorney goes first)
What are Opening Statements?
I didn't do it.
Money owed to a victim.
What is the Restitution Hearing?
Marcus took the cookies! I saw him do it!
What is an allegation?
The second step of the Adjudication Hearing. This is when witnesses may answer questions.
What is Presentation of the Evidence?
"I did it"
What is "Involved"
At this hearing the respondent's rehabilitation/treatment is determined.
What is the Disposition Hearing?
An Involved plea when Respondent gives up their right to have an Adjudication Hearing.
What is a Plea Bargain?
Both attorney's final chance to convince the judge.
What are the closing statements?
A plea bargain this type of plea
What is "Involved"
When the Judge decides that the Respondent is ready to move forward with the court process.
Promise to tell the truth while answering questions.
What is an oath?
When the judge decides if the respondent will be found involved or not involved.
What is the decision?
What is "not involved"
If a Respondent is found delinquent they will have follow up court dates to check on their progress.
What is a Review Hearing?
A response to the alleged charges.
What is a plea?
When a respondent answers questions from the State's Attorney during the Adjudication Hearing.
What is cross examination?
If the respondent was involved in the alleged act, they will want to consider a __________if offered by the State's Attorney.
What is a plea bargain.